1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1974 Audi 80
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1974 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1974 Audi 80.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1974 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | RX-01 | 80 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
